Looking to elevate your classic French toast? This indulgent Apple French Toast with Crown Royal Apple Whiskey combines rich, cinnamon-spiced apples with the smooth, caramel-apple notes of Crown Royal Apple. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a special breakfast, this recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional French toast. The whiskey adds a subtle warmth, balancing the sweetness of the apples, making every bite feel like a cozy autumn morning. Whether you’re serving it to guests or treating yourself, this boozy breakfast is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Apple Topping
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples (peeled and diced)
- 1 tsp Crown Royal Regal Apple Whiskey
French Toast
- 1 loaf brioche bread (whole loaf or sliced)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heaving whipping cream
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp Crown Royal Regal Apple Whiskey
- 1 stick butter
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
Apple Topping
- On medium-heat, in a skillet, add butter, brown sugar and cinnamon and cook until well-incorporated. Stir in apples. Stir in apple whiskey. Reduce heat to simmer for 8 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
French Toast
- Slice loaf of brioche bread (if not pre-sliced).
- In a bowl, add eggs, milk, heavy whipping cream, cinnamon, and apple whiskey. Mix well.
- On medium-low heat, in a large skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tbsp of olive oil.
- Submerge bread into batter mixture so that both sides are covered. Place 2 slices of the bread in the skillet and cook for 2 minutes on each side. If necessary flip again until the bread is golden brown. Repeat steps until all bread slices are cooked.
- On a plate, add french toast and top with apple mixture. Sprinkle with cinnamon and powdered sugar (optional)
